Senior Associate Scientist I

QPS, LLC • Newark, DE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Senior Associate Scientist I – TLM

Do you want to be part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of millions of people worldwide? If so, we want to hear from you! 

The Translational Medicine (TLM) department of QPS is comprised of three laboratory operations units: Biomarker Analysis (BMA), Gene & Sequence Analysis (GSA), and Immunobioanalysis (IBA). Our Senior Associate Scientist I is a fully functional laboratory analyst within any of these units, responsible for executing bioanalytical studies with increasing independence, supporting assay troubleshooting, and contributing to data generation and documentation in a regulated environment.

This role is suited for individuals who already have hands-on experience in a CRO or regulated lab setting and are ready to take on more independent execution, broader study involvement, and informal team support responsibilities.

No visa sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, L-1, E) will be provided for this active position, now or in the future. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent or unrestricted basis.

QPS’ Story:

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Phase Clinical and Phase II – IV Clinical Research services. To meet the needs of our clients, we strive to employ talented, caring and committed individuals who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life.

Team members enjoy challenging and rewarding work and are encouraged to achieve their best. We value diversity, innovation, accountability, teamwork, and a supportive environment where performance is recognized and rewarded. We provide support, benefits, and advancement opportunities, and we value each team member as both employees and individuals.

If this sounds like your ideal work environment, then we would love to speak with you, so apply today! Please visit our website (www.qps.com [http://www.qps.com]) for more information and to see all current openings.

Requirements

• The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant scientific discipline (such as biology, chemistry, pharmacology or related) as follows:
• Master’s degree, or a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 or more years of relevant experience
• Relevant experience in a CRO, clinical research, or regulated laboratory environment preferred
• Desire to learn and grow professionally, with demonstrated ability to work with increasing independence

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in a CRO, clinical research, or regulated laboratory environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and moderately complex lab operations, including preparation of reagents, pipetting, weighing, monitoring, recording, and replenishing supplies
• Assist in analysis of drug or biomarker targets in complex biologic matrices using immunologic, chromatographic, PCR, or related methods
• Set-up, use, and maintain complex instrumentation
• Troubleshoot assays and support method execution with limited supervision
• Document experiment details, results, and observations in accordance with GLPs, GCPs, GDPs, and SOPs
• Perform routine mathematical and data reduction tasks and support QC review of study data

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including 401(k), insurance coverage, and performance-based rewards
• Park-like campus setting in Newark, Delaware
• Collaborative, team-based environment with strong technical support and mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees